A former Newcastle Midfielder, Cheick Tiote from Cote D' Ivoire (Ivory Coast) has died while training in Beijing, China at the age of 31.

Emanuele Palladino, his spokesman who confirmed the incident said "I confirm with deep sadness that my client Cheick Tiote passed away today after collapsing in training with his club Beijing Enterprises", BBC reports.

Sky Sports reports that Cheick was taken to hospital but it has now been confirmed that he passed away after emergency treatment.

Newcastle and other clubs have poured out condolences to mourn the deceased.

Everyone at the club is saddened to learn of the tragic death of Cheick Tiote. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/OLcZtBscBu